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Iglesia de Coroico and around
A day in Coroico · 9:30–15:15 · 4 stops
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mapvivid.com/coroico/itineraries/iglesia-de-coroico-and-aroundA walking day around Iglesia de Coroico, Mercado Coroico and La Senda Verde, with a lunch break nearby and Camino de la Muerte (Yolosa end) to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Iglesia de Coroico ↗1 hDress code
Twin-towered church presiding over the main square.
- Free to enter
- Photogenic against the green hills
↓ 2 min walk
10:302Local market for tropical fruit, coffee and cheap meals.
- Try fresh Yungas coffee
- Good for breakfast
↓ About 25 min by metro or taxi
12:003La Senda Verde ↗1 hBook ahead
Animal refuge caring for rescued monkeys, bears and birds.
- Visits are by guided tour only
- Combine with the Death Road
Lunch
13:00Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
↓ 8 min walk
Afternoon
14:154Camino de la Muerte (Yolosa end) ↗1 h
Finish of the infamous Death Road mountain-bike descent.
- Book biking with reputable operators
- Rides start near La Cumbre
Good to know. Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
Coroico tips
Transportation
- Catch a minibus from Villa Fátima: Minibuses to Coroico leave from the Villa Fátima area in La Paz using the newer paved road.
- Book a reputable Death Road tour: Many visitors arrive by mountain bike on the Yungas Road; choose operators with good bikes, brakes and safety gear.
- Use local taxis for short trips: Taxis connect Coroico with Yolosa and nearby villages; agree the fare before leaving.
Local Hacks
- Hike Cerro Uchumachi: The trail up this hill above town offers views over the valleys; start early before clouds roll in.
- Visit nearby waterfalls: Trails lead to waterfalls outside town; ask for directions locally and go with a guide if unsure.
- Stay a few nights: Coroico is a relaxing base to recover from La Paz altitude and enjoy the Yungas scenery.
Saving
- Take minibuses instead of tours: Minibuses from La Paz are much cheaper than private transport if you are not doing the bike tour.
- Eat set lunches: Local restaurants around the plaza offer almuerzo menus with soup and main course at low prices.
- Bring cash: ATMs are limited and can fail; carry enough bolivianos from La Paz.
Security
- Check for road blockades: Protests and blockades can close routes between La Paz and the Yungas; check local news before travelling.
- Ride the Death Road carefully: The old road is narrow with steep drops; ride within your limits and follow guides closely.
- Beware of landslides: Heavy rain can trigger landslides; avoid travel during big storms and ask locals about trail conditions.
Cultural
- Discover Afro-Bolivian culture: Nearby communities such as Tocaña preserve Afro-Bolivian traditions, including saya music and dance.
- Taste Yungas coffee: The region grows coffee and citrus; try locally grown coffee in cafés around town.
- Respect coca culture: Coca leaves are grown legally here and chewed traditionally; do not treat it as a novelty.
Weather/Clothing
- Expect warmer weather: Coroico is far warmer and more humid than La Paz; pack light clothes along with a layer for cool evenings.
- Prepare for rainy season: December to March brings heavy rain; bring a rain jacket and waterproof shoes.
- Pack strong repellent: Biting insects are common in the Yungas; long sleeves and repellent help on hikes.
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Day 1 of 19:30–15:154 stops
Iglesia de Coroico and around
A walking day around Iglesia de Coroico, Mercado Coroico and La Senda Verde, with a lunch break nearby and Camino de la Muerte (Yolosa end) to end the day.
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Morning
109:30 · 1 hTwin-towered church presiding over the main square.
- Tip: Dress code
2 tips
- Free to enter
- Photogenic against the green hills
📷 Photos
2 min walk
210:30 · 1 hLocal market for tropical fruit, coffee and cheap meals.
3 tips
- Try fresh Yungas coffee
- Good for breakfast
- Busiest on weekends
📷 Photos
About 25 min by metro or taxi
312:00 · 1 hAnimal refuge caring for rescued monkeys, bears and birds.
- Tip: Book ahead
2 tips
- Visits are by guided tour only
- Combine with the Death Road
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 13:00
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps8 min walk
Afternoon
414:15 · 1 hFinish of the infamous Death Road mountain-bike descent.
3 tips
- Book biking with reputable operators
- Rides start near La Cumbre
- Most tours end with lunch near Yolosa
📷 Photos
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Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.